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Cobblestones

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Thursday, March 28, 2024 at 2:19 PM

Address
30 CHARLES ST
Beacon Hill, MA 02108
Category
FT
Violations
6 total
โš  2 major
Facility History
26 inspections
13 failures

Violations Cited

โš  MAJOR 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
โœ“ Corrected

(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)

Establishment has added bump out station with two electric induction cooktops in the dining area without first scheduling plan review. Notify isdhealth@boston.gov of any physical changes. Contact ISD building and plumbing for any necessary permits for ongoing work in basement with open walls and removed handsink.

Why This Matters

This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.002(D). Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.002(D) | FDA Code: Section 2
โš  MAJOR 590.005/5-203.11-PF
โœ“ Corrected

Handwashing Sinks-Numbers and Capacities (Pf)

Handsink in basement food preparation area next to prep sink has been removed. Reinstall.

Why This Matters

CONTAMINATION CYCLE: Using handwash sink for dishes spreads grease and food particles, making hand cleaning ineffective. Staff avoid dirty sinks, reducing handwashing by 60%. Creates breeding ground for bacteria at the most critical hygiene point.

Code Requirements

STOP all non-handwashing use immediately. Handwash sinks for HANDS ONLY. Clean and sanitize sink completely. Post signage 'HANDWASHING ONLY'. Designate separate sinks for food prep and dishwashing. Retrain all staff.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.005 | FDA Code: Section 5
โ€ข MINOR 590.005/5-205.15-C

System Maintained in Good Repair (C)

Additional handsink in basement in process of being reinstalled at the time of inspection. Photos to be provided.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.005. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.005 | FDA Code: Section 5
โ€ข MINOR 590.006/6-101.11-C
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Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)

Walls have been opened in basement area near prep sink. Provide status of work being completed and timeframe of completion. Provide walls properly constructed. Contact ISD building and plumbing for any necessary permits.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.006. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
โ€ข MINOR 590.006/6-304.11-C

Mechanical-Ventilation (C)

Induction cooktops in use to prepare grease eminating foods on ground level without a commercial vent hood. Electric oven in basement being used to cook bacon Reffered to BFD Lek Moy via electronic mail.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.006. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6
โ€ข MINOR 590.009(E)
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Anti-Choking

No choke save certificate. Provide. Anti-choking Procedures in Food Service Establishments. (1) Pursuant to M.G.L. c. 94 ยง 305D restaurants with a certain seating capacity are required to have one or more employees trained in a manual choke-saving procedure in accordance with 105 CMR 605.000: Approved Choke-saving Procedures. (2) Each food service establishment with a seating capacity that conforms with M.G.L. c. 94 ยง 305D shall: (a) Have on its premises while food is being served an employee trained in manual procedures approved by the Department to remove food lodged in a person's throat; and (b) Make adequate provision for insurance to cover employees trained in rendering such assistance.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.009(E). Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.009(E)
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